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South Pacific Cruise - May 2011
We joined this cruise in Sydney, along with Dawn and Brian. It was their first experience of cruising.
"Dawn Princess" sailed out of Sydney and under the Sydney Harbour Bridge with such majesty. Our cruise visited Noumea & Isle of Pines in New Caledonia, Lifou Loyalty Islands, Wala & Champagne Bay in Vanuatu.
Peter & Joy, Dawn & Brian cruised on "Dawn Princess" to Coral Islands.
Joy on board "Dawn Princess".
Will we get under the bridge?
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| We made it under! |
The Atrium covered decks 5,6,7 and 8.
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| Atrium Decks 5-8 |
Peter on Deck 14, overlooking Deck 12 with pool and "Movies under the Stars".
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| Our interpretation of "Titanic". |
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| Peter & Joy dining in "Florentine" Dining Room. |
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| Dawn & Brian dining in "Florintine" Dining Room. |
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| Joy relaxing on Easo Beach, Lifou Loyalty Islands. |
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| Locals welcomed us at Vila, Vanuatu. |
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| Peter bought some shorts from this couple at the market. |
We went on a 2 hour walking tour on the small island of Wala. It was most interesting with many encounters with the local natives.
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Joy was attacked by some locals.
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Peter met some warriors.
They were more friendly than first thought. |
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The men really were friendly!
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| Peter found the women quite charming! |
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Joy with the women.
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Men doing a Spiritual dance.
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Peter with the Witch Doctor.
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 | A family in Wala.
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Peter related well with the children.
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| Joy enjoyed snorkelling at Champagne Bay, Vanuatu. |
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| Peter & Joy admired the handicrafts. |
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| Farewell to Champagne Bay. |
If you have any comments please email Joy Olney - joyolney@gmail.com
